After the defeat of the russian Novocherkassk air defense system in the temporarily occupied Feodosia, the British Defense Secretary emphasized that the war in Ukraine "has not reached a dead end." This was reported by UNN with reference to a statement by a British official.
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Over the past 4 months, 20% of the russian Black Sea Fleet has been destroyed. russia's dominance in the Black Sea is now being challenged, and a new Maritime Capabilities Coalition led by the UK and Norway is helping Ukraine win at sea
He also emphasized that those who believe that the war in Ukraine has reached a deadlock are mistaken."
Addendum
On the night of December 26, Ukraine conducted an air strike on the russian landing ship Novocherkassk in the temporarily occupied Crimea. Later, the russian Defense Ministry confirmed the damage to the ship in Feodosia.
Humeniuk said that the large detonation at Novocherkassk indicates that there could have been a "Christmas gift" from russia to Ukraine.
She also stated that the large-scale detonation and fire on the landing craft may indicate that other ships may have also suffered from the effects of the attack.
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The United Kingdom initiated the creation of a coalition to strengthen Ukraine's maritime capabilities, ensure safe civilian shipping, and secure the grain corridor.
Coalition members will provide ships, equipment and training to protect sea lanes and counter mine threats in the Black Sea.